Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No interview required

Fast hiring process

Long-term career potential

Consistent full-time hours

Mon–Fri schedule

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Crest Hill, IL is seeking a Machine Operator for 1st shift. This full-time, temp-to-hire role offers consistent hours and a pay rate of $18.51 per hour.

You will operate production equipment, follow GMPs and PPE requirements, and support packaging operations while ensuring safety and quality in a cold/hot environment.

Qualifications

• Basic English communication skills required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operating, or production experience is preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, regulations, and PPE requirements.
• Adhere to GMPs and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Set up, change over, adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and operate production machinery and equipment.
• Ensure equipment is operating properly and ready for production startup.
• Monitor product flow and make machine adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Perform process control checks and quality inspections.
• Operate date coders and verify code dates on products and cases.
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, and production challenges to supervisors.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, facility safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Clean and sanitize equipment using approved sanitation practices.
• Assist Quality Assurance with product sampling and other assigned duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area throughout the shift.

Skills

Basic English

Repetitive tasks

Excellent attendance

Follow instructions

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Machine Operator – 1st Shift – Temp-to-Hire - Crest Hill

Pay Rate: $18.51 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Hours: 40 hours per week
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

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No Interview Required
Start as Soon as Your Background Check Clears

Important Work Environment Information

Candidates must be comfortable working in refrigerated or cold conditions for extended periods while maintaining productivity, quality standards, and safety requirements. 40F - 85F

Job Summary

We are looking for reliable and hardworking Machine Operators to join our production team. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity with consistent hours and long-term career potential. The ideal candidate will be dependable, safety-focused, and comfortable working in a cold and hot enviormentwhile operating production equipment and supporting packaging operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, regulations, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Set up, change over, adjust, troubleshoot, repair, and operate production machinery and equipment.
• Ensure equipment is operating properly and ready for production startup.
• Monitor product flow and make machine adjustments as needed to maintain efficiency and quality.
• Perform process control checks and quality inspections.
• Operate date coders and verify code dates on products and cases.
• Report equipment issues, quality concerns, and production challenges to supervisors.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, facility safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Clean and sanitize equipment using approved sanitation practices.
• Assist Quality Assurance with product sampling and other assigned duties.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Basic English communication skills required.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operating, or production experience is preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 13 hours when required.
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, and other physical activities throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in temperature conditions ranging from 40°F to 85°F, where applicable.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including continuous standing for 10–13 hours.

Requirements

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must pass a 7-year criminal background check.

What We Offer

• $18.51 per hour
• Consistent full-time hours
• Monday–Friday schedule
• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• No interview required
• Fast hiring process
• Quick start once background check clears